Q:  We are growing Irish potatoes in tires. What does it mean when the vine is blooming in June?

A: Flowers on a potato plant mean the tubers are almost ready to harvest.

The leaves and stems will start yellowing soon. This means harvesting can start immediately. Get details on when to harvest all vegetables at Harvesting Vegetables

Irish potato tub

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